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Cheapest return flight
624 €
Typical prices: 691 €-890 €
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Mon 24.9.Sun 7.10.
STR - SHA • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way flight
283 €
Typical prices: 408 €-649 €
Multiple Airlines
Fri 28.9.
STR - PVG • 1 stop
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Stuttgart and Shanghai. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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STR - PVG
Cheapest • 2% average savings
STR - SHA
Most popular
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When to book
24 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 24 weeks in advance save around 25% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
February
Cheapest • 13% price drop
November
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG)
Cheapest • Avg 623 € (return)
Vienna Intl (VIE)
Shortest trip • 15h 15m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Stuttgart to Shanghai (STR-SHA)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Stuttgart to Shanghai

Thu, 24. Sep - Wed, 7. Oct
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7:00 - 14:20STR  Stuttgart Echterdingen-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
25h 20m2 stops Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl Guangzhou Baiyun
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14:50 - 13:15SHA  Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-STR Stuttgart Echterdingen
28h 25m2 stops Guangzhou Baiyun Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
624 €Multiple Airlines
Mon, 9. Nov - Sun, 15. Nov
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6:30 - 23:15STR  Stuttgart Echterdingen-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong
33h 45m2 stops Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl Shenzhen
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9:00 - 12:40PVG  Shanghai Pu Dong-STR Stuttgart Echterdingen
34h 40m2 stops Shenzhen Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
653 €Multiple Airlines
Sat, 14. Nov - Wed, 2. Dec
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6:05 - 9:10STR  Stuttgart Echterdingen-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong
20h 05m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
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11:10 - 22:35PVG  Shanghai Pu Dong-STR Stuttgart Echterdingen
18h 25m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
657 €KLM
Fri, 13. Nov - Sun, 13. Dec
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6:05 - 9:10STR  Stuttgart Echterdingen-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong
20h 05m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
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11:10 - 22:35PVG  Shanghai Pu Dong-STR Stuttgart Echterdingen
18h 25m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
657 €KLM
Wed, 4. Nov - Wed, 11. Nov
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10:30 - 8:15STR  Stuttgart Echterdingen-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong
14h 45m1 stop Istanbul
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9:55 - 21:50PVG  Shanghai Pu Dong-STR Stuttgart Echterdingen
18h 55m1 stop Istanbul
679 €Turkish Airlines
Wed, 21. Oct - Wed, 2. Dec
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10:45 - 16:45STR  Stuttgart Echterdingen-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong
24h 00m1 stop Istanbul
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9:55 - 17:55PVG  Shanghai Pu Dong-STR Stuttgart Echterdingen
39h 00m1 stop Istanbul
686 €Turkish Airlines
Sun, 8. Nov - Mon, 23. Nov
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14:35 - 14:00STR  Stuttgart Echterdingen-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong
16h 25m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
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12:40 - 17:45PVG  Shanghai Pu Dong-STR Stuttgart Echterdingen
36h 05m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
697 €China Eastern
Thu, 5. Nov - Wed, 18. Nov
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14:35 - 14:00STR  Stuttgart Echterdingen-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong
16h 25m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
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12:40 - 22:35PVG  Shanghai Pu Dong-STR Stuttgart Echterdingen
16h 55m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
697 €China Eastern
Thu, 29. Oct - Thu, 5. Nov
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10:35 - 13:55STR  Stuttgart Echterdingen-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
20h 20m2 stops Munich Franz Josef Strauss Beijing Capital
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15:30 - 9:45SHA  Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-STR Stuttgart Echterdingen
25h 15m2 stops Beijing Capital Munich Franz Josef Strauss
765 €Air China
Thu, 5. Nov - Wed, 18. Nov
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10:35 - 13:25STR  Stuttgart Echterdingen-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
19h 50m2 stops Munich Franz Josef Strauss Beijing Capital
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18:30 - 9:55SHA  Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-STR Stuttgart Echterdingen
22h 25m2 stops Beijing Capital Munich Franz Josef Strauss
772 €Air China
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Stuttgart to Shanghai flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Stuttgart to Shanghai with more confidence.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Stuttgart to Shanghai?

Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Stuttgart to Shanghai and is 6% cheaper than the average day. Friday is the most expensive day with flight prices 18% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Stuttgart to Shanghai?

  • February is the cheapest month to fly from Stuttgart to Shanghai at 662 € return.
  • March (1.255 €) and August (933 €) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 89% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Stuttgart to Shanghai the cheapest?

Flights from Stuttgart to Shanghai are cheapest 24 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 25% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Stuttgart to Shanghai flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

283 €
Best time to beat the crowds (13% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 9% lower on average.
Flights from Stuttgart to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport

When to book flights from Stuttgart to Shanghai

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Stuttgart to Shanghai based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Stuttgart to Shanghai flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking questions.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Stuttgart to Shanghai?

    Flights from Stuttgart to Shanghai usually depart from Stuttgart Echterdingen (STR) and may arrive at several airports in Shanghai area, including Shanghai Pu Dong (PVG) and Shanghai Hongqiao Intl (SHA).

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Stuttgart to Shanghai?

    Three cabin classes are available on flights from Stuttgart to Shanghai:

    • Economy class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Stuttgart to Shanghai pass through?

    One-stop flights from Stuttgart to Shanghai most commonly connect through:

    • Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) – 44% of one-stop connections
    • Istanbul (IST) – 26% of one-stop connections
    • Frankfurt am Main (FRA) – 15% of one-stop connections
    • Vienna Intl (VIE) – 6% of one-stop connections

    Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Stuttgart to Shanghai?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 20% on the Stuttgart to Shanghai route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at 721 € return on average, while Friday is the most expensive at 901 €, a difference of 180 €. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • What popular places can I visit in Shanghai?

    Some of the most popular sights in Shanghai are The Bund, Xintiandi, and Shanghai National Exhibition Convention Center (NECC). These are among the most viewed places in Shanghai on KAYAK.

  • How expensive are last-minute Stuttgart to Shanghai flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within 2 weeks of departure) run 15% above the route average of 761 €. Book 24 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How long is a flight from Stuttgart to Shanghai?

    A direct flight from Stuttgart to Shanghai takes 0h 00m, covering 14.291 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Stuttgart to Shanghai?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How are flight prices from Stuttgart to Shanghai looking right now?

    One-way fares from Stuttgart to Shanghai are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about 1.093 €, which is 85% above the typical average for this route.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Stuttgart to Shanghai?

    Flying via Vienna Intl (VIE) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 15h 15m, compared to 15h 47m via Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) and 16h 39m via Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS).

  • What is the time difference between Stuttgart and Shanghai?

    Shanghai is 6 hours ahead of Stuttgart (China Time vs Central European Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Stuttgart to Shanghai flight?

    Return flights from Stuttgart to Shanghai range from 691 € to 890 €, with an average of 761 € over the past 12 months. Anything below 691 € counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Stuttgart to Shanghai flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure instead of Friday. On this route, Wednesday flights average 721 € – about 180 € less than Friday (20% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 24 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 25% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Stuttgart to Shanghai trip for February. Fares historically average 662 € return in that month – typically 593 € less than the most expensive month, which is March (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, hotels close to the airport you're flying into can be a convenient option.

    Near Shanghai Pu Dong Airport

    · Dazhong Airport Hotel
    · Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Shanghai Pudong Airport

    Near Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport

    · Shanghai Hongqiao Airport Boyue Hotel - Airchina
    · Cordis Shanghai Hongqiao
    · Mercure Shanghai Hongqiao Railway Station

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